Rise and shine for Grouse grizzlies Grinder and Coola

Orphaned grizzlies Grinder and Coola woke from a five-month slumber last week to take advantage of mild temperatures and some remaining snow on the mountain to have their first wrestling match of 2013.Grouse Mountain wildlife director and veterinarian Dr. Ken Macquisten said the bears are in good condition after hibernation, seem playful and have a good appetite.

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Orphaned grizzlies Grinder and Coola woke from a five-month slumber last week to take advantage of mild temperatures and some remaining snow on the mountain to have their first wrestling match of 2013.

Grouse Mountain wildlife director and veterinarian Dr. Ken Macquisten said the bears are in good condition after hibernation, seem playful and have a good appetite.

It’s been 12 years since the orphaned grizzlies were rescued and became residents of Grouse Mountain’s Refuge for Endangered Wildlife.

Devin Manky, Grouse’s Wildlife Manager, says the bears stirred a bit over the Easter weekend. “Even though we are still getting fresh snow up top we think the longer daylight hours are drawing them out,” he said in a press statement.

Grouse Mountain’s wildlife refuge staff will activate the outdoor habitat cameras so Grinder and Coola fans from all around the world can follow their adventures.

The Refuge for Endangered Wildlife, a research, education and conservation centre at the top of Grouse Mountain, shares data from their observation of Grinder and Coola to bear researchers around North America.

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Orphaned grizzlies Grinder and Coola woke from a five-month slumber last week to take advantage of mild temperatures and some remaining snow on the mountain to have their first wrestling match of 2013.Grouse Mountain wildlife director and veterinarian Dr. Ken Macquisten said the bears are in good condition after hibernation, seem playful and have a good appetite.

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